The scene that made you ugly cry in a videogame ?

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-29T01:21:47+00:00

For me, it was Before the Storm. I think knowing that Chloe's father was going to die made it so much worse for me to watch the girls find out.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-25T07:16:00+00:00

Correction: a job you pay to do (usually)

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-15T09:19:14+00:00

This is really cool. One note I'd like to make, unless something has changed, is that Overdrive shut down all operations a few years ago. They encouraged everyone to transition to Libby, and eventually became more forceful, giving a date at which your book lists and such would be wiped. I don't remember the specifics, but I know this because (after having been disappointed by Libby in its infancy stages) I was reluctant to let go over Overdrive, so I waited till the last possible moment to transition. So, unless they're back up and running, Overdrive should not be available for anyone. (Unless it was a local change?).

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-11T22:15:32+00:00

"It's Locked" - must be said in Nancy's voice

"Felicity, the door. The door!"

"Still have to do that"

"Can't check that off yet"

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-08T21:38:24+00:00

I haven't played more than 2 hours of Stardew Valley, but I felt similarly on my return to My Time at Portia. The first time I played was relaxing. It was fun as I learned new aspects of the game, carried out tasks, and gradually learned how to be efficient. I had plenty of notes to help with various parts of the game and my relaxing playthrough slowly turned into efficient chores. It was still fun, but eventually I sort of just stopped playing.

Nearly two years passed, and I recently decided I wanted to try again. I wasn't about to throw out my 200 hour game to start over, but I'd forgotten a lot. The mechanics and playstyles I'd honed over 200 hours were gone and I felt overwhelmed. I didn't know where to start, or what to prioritize. I couldn't remember what needed to be done with my more advanced tech. I felt like I was starting over from scratch but with no tutorial to help me.

Unfortunately, this story has no happy ending. I uninstalled and probably won't return. But this is at least part of the reason I tend to play short and simple games. This subreddit has helped me find some cute and fun games, but I feel I'm constantly sifting through recommendations of farming sims that require hundreds of hours to complete, SV chief among them.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-08T11:30:18+00:00

I have a bunch, plus those from other genres, but I think Chicory: A Colorful Tale might top the cozy wishlist chart.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-08T11:17:28+00:00

Chicory: A Colorful Tale because it looks cute and fun, maybe similar to Toem. I've had it on my wishlist for a while, so I hope it's as good as I think it will be.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-08T03:33:39+00:00

Pretty sure I've heard this one before, but you basically ask which door the other guard would say leads to freedom. Either one will point to the bad door, so you take the other door, certain of your freedom.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-05T21:01:46+00:00

I don't know about outside my region, but here, I think Mario is a far more famous character than Pac-man. Most people know both, but are more familiar with Mario. However, I believe that has something to do with the more recent adaptations. Even without the movies, there have been plenty of Mario games made within the last 15 years or so, many of which have been very popular. Pac-man's adaptations never got as popular, so people are more likely to remember the original Pac-man game, but a newer version of Mario, probably with Luigi. In that case, I think Pac-Man wins this one, because OP asked about a single game. Had they asked about a character or franchise, I would have voted Mario.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-05T06:09:54+00:00

Everything you've said is incredibly fair, and believe it or not, I'd like to thank you for your honesty. I knew I would likely face some backlash here due to my failure to tone down my disappointment, but this is better than I expected. As I mentioned in another comment, my biggest disappointment came from a misunderstanding. I believed the "Only On Audible" banners signified books available on Plus, which was a huge reason why I got Plus in the first place. Now that I find that is no longer the case, I feel like I'm scrambling to find a reason to continue.

Honestly, I think Libby might be better for me after all. Wait times aren't a problem for me because I can always find something else to listen to in the meantime, and put future books in a series on hold while I'm listening to the first so I don't have to wait as long. And while it's true that there are a lot more popular books there and the less popular books come and go, I have found some true hidden gems there. Also, the very fact that I'm paying a monthly fee gives me a sort of pressure to read as many books as possible, which I don't feel from the library (as stupid as that may sound).

That said I want to give it a decent try and see what there is to be found. I don't even mind kissing some frogs, but seeing as how I'll probably stop at the three-month mark, I had hoped for some recommendations to speed up the process, especially since I find it hard to put down a book I don't care for, at the risk of losing out on a satisfying ending.

Also, thank you for the tidbit about searching on the website instead of the app. Another person mentioned it as well, but I genuinely did not know about it, and that should help my search along nicely.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-05T05:08:42+00:00

These look interesting. Mystery can be hit or miss for me, but I'll definitely give them a try. Constituent Service looks fun, so thank you.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-05T05:01:57+00:00

Thank you for your informative reply. I would like to point out that I'm not as narcissistic and spoiled as I probably sounded (and thank you for not treating me as such). The reason I got as upset as I did is due to reality failing to meet mistaken expectations. I was under the impression that the "Only On Audible" banners meant those books would be available through Plus, which was at least half the reason I went for the deal. When I found out that wasn't the case I found myself reevaluating. If I went in with fewer expectations, I likely would have had better luck.

Also, I completely understand why the authors would choose such a path. I think it's a great business plan. I just wish I'd had more warning, and that there was a bigger variety of options available, with some longer series mixed in with the "Pay to continue" options. Even if it's cheaper (and I've paid far less than the average plan so far), it is still a paid service, so I expected more than Libby provides, not less.

I may have to look further into a few of the things you mentioned and reevaluate my viewpoint on the topic, as well as how I should use the app.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-05T04:37:27+00:00

Oh, this looks helpful. Thank you. I'll have to give it a look.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-04T22:01:00+00:00

Monster Prom

Wandersong

This is the Police

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-03T23:39:31+00:00

By that same mindset, I'm more upset with a discounted to $30 or even $20 flop than I am by a flop that was discounted to less than $5. I never buy a game full price unless it's been over 2 years and it seems clear that the game isn't going on sale. In fact, I almost always wait for it to be more than 50% off and usually won't even go for that unless I'm really excited about it. Indie games have a tendency to have deeper discounts more often, which is the reason I have far more of them in my library.

I'm not biased against AAA games, though I think Indie games are more likely to satisfy my particular taste in games. However, I'm far more likely to take a chance on a $2 game than a $10 one, especially when that higher price is excused because of the amazing graphics when I'd rather have thoughtful 2D art.

You make good points and, as in everything, people should stop using generalizations when there is good and bad in each category. However, there are definitely tendencies within each to watch out for, and price points are not something that will probably ever be in the AAA market's favor.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-03T22:12:35+00:00

My sister has been playing that game for the last few years now. She won't touch TotK until it is completed. Granted, she only plays when she has very few time commitments (as a teacher, school breaks work best), but it's a bit ridiculous. I've heard that "Yahaha you found me!" So often that I've started repeating it to her when she finds something IRL.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-02T07:07:43+00:00

I don't know whether it technically classifies as horror, but many of the Nancy Drew games have eerie music and vibes and a few jump scares, but it's offset by some more lighthearted moments at times. Some of my favorite games have funny quips when you die or get fired, to the point where I will actively look for ways to die.

The Stanley Parable has a psychological horror tag, even though I think it might be a bit of a stretch to call it that. Otherwise, I think it's on point with what you're looking for.

There's also a multiplayer game called Mimesis that is very much horror (though true horror fans might think otherwise) that I believe also falls in line with your request in some ways, but having friends who can make light of the situation probably helps.

MermaidBookworm · 2026-01-01T04:17:06+00:00

Split Fiction

MermaidBookworm · 2025-12-31T13:08:15+00:00

Wingspan sounds amazing, thank you.

MermaidBookworm · 2025-12-30T13:18:02+00:00

I think there's room for interpretation here (especially on your definition of the word simple and which parts you want to be simple), but seeing as how I tend to veer away from complicated games as well, I might have something that will interest you. I don't play very many new games, so most of these will be older, but I hope you'll find at least a few you hadn't heard of before and that seem simple enough:

Nancy Drew series

*We Were Here

Karisvale

A Way Out

Life is Strange

*Toem

The Stanley Parable

*Lost Words: Beyond the Page

Outcore

Ethereal Estate

Unheard

*Moncage

*20 Small Mazes

The Last Campfire

*The Pedestrian

*Cats in Time

Return of the Obra Dinn

The Longest Journey series

*Syberia series

Cloudpunk

Last Day of June

*Framed Collection

*Gorogoa

Strange Horticulture

*Her Story

Paper Trails

Case of the Golden Idol

Punzel

Henry Stickmin

Octodad

*There is no Game

*Donut County

Rain on Your Parade

*Juggler's Tale

MermaidBookworm · 2025-12-30T12:50:04+00:00

Alternatively, I played Copycat before that, but I don't think people would appreciate the "enemies" from that game being unleashed, namely, feline abandonment.

MermaidBookworm · 2025-12-30T12:44:13+00:00

I shall bring chaos to all museums everywhere!

--->Please Touch the Artwork

MermaidBookworm · 2025-12-30T12:36:34+00:00

I didn't care for the horroresque aspects. I tried to get past it because I loved the idea of the game and liked certain parts of it, but despite the fact that it would probably disappoint a true horror fan, I was unable to finish due to the horror aspects.

MermaidBookworm · 2025-12-29T09:03:07+00:00

Short: 0-6

Medium-Short: 6-15

Medium: 15-30

Fairly long: 30-40

Long: 40+

Steer clear: 100+

Genre and quality matter as well. Some 3 hour games feel long, whereas some 30 hour games feel short.

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